Dec 10, 2007
The average American meal has traveled thousands of miles to reach your plate. We look into the history of food transportation, going back to the ancient Roman olive oil trade. Also, find out how you can help cut down on food waste this holiday season. On States of the Union: what voters in West Virginia care about. Plus, how America’s nuclear policies have changed under the Bush White House.

The Leonard Lopate Show

Leonard Lopate hosts the conversation New Yorkers turn to each afternoon for insight into contemporary art, theater, and literature, plus expert tips about the ever-important lunchtime topic: food.
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